Have you ever wondered what is going on inside your dog’s head? To be honest, we can’t really know, however it’s an interesting subject for the dog lover to ponder. Dogs are so much a part of our family that it can be hard to accept that they are not human and don’t think the same ...
In part 1 of “How Dogs Think” we explored how dogs interpret their surroundings. Now we will look more at how the brain works and what that means for you when you are trying to manage your dog’s behaviour. We will also see how they learn. Since the evolutionary path of dogs diverged from that of ...
In Part 1 and 2, we explored the way dogs perceive their world and what motivates their behaviours. We looked at how they learn and how to best communicate with them. Now we will look at how the normal brain functions and what happens in the anxious dog’s brain. In the normal brain, information about the ...
One would have thought that Harry, the adolescent Cocker spaniel had all he could want to be happy with life. His loving owner, Jill walked him twice a day, a definite highlight for Harry who exuberantly greeted every person and dog he saw. He enjoyed mental enrichment through fun training for treats daily and went ...
Jack’s Dental Procedure Jack came in for his medication review and senior cat check-up. At this check-up we noticed that he had tartar build up on his teeth so Jack’s owner booked him in for a dental procedure. This is the before photo of showing the tartar build up on Jack’s teeth. Once Jack was anaesthetised we we’re ...
What is pancreatitis? Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas. The pancreas is part of the endocrine and digestive system that is integral for the digestion of food. One of the functions of the pancreas is to produce enzymes which enable food to be digested. When the pancreas is inflamed (pancreatitis), the flow of enzymes into the digestive ...
So you've brought your pet in for a check up and your Vet has let you know that your pet needs to have a Dental Procedure. You're probably wondering what your pets Dental Procedure will entail.. The night before: The night before the dental procedure your pet can have his/her normal dinner but no food is to ...
So, you have an adorable new addition to your family. Here are some tips to help you raise a happy-go-lucky canine citizen. Early positive socialisation is vital Early and appropriate socialisation is key. This is the time puppies learn to accept the myriad of objects and creatures, including humans in their world. Missing out on positive exposure ...
There are many preventative dental care routines to choose from. Our staff are happy to run through the various routines and then help you formulate the best plan for your pet. Brushing teeth Toothbrushes are very effective at keeping teeth clean in compliant pets. They are the gold standard care option. You can use a special pet ...
A ‘suitable’ toilet for a cat is in an area that is quiet yet easily accessible and away from the pet’s food and water. Cats that use litter trays often develop a preference for a particular type of litter and if you switch them to another sort when they are older they may not use ...